PhD Fellow in Water Splitting: A PhD fellowship/scholarship opportunity is available at Aarhus University, Denmark, within the Nanoscience program. The successful candidate will join the Interfaces and Catalysis group at the Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Center (iNANO) led by Prof. Jeppe V. Lauritsen to conduct research on developing water splitting electrodes from surface science insight.
PhD Fellow in Developing Water Splitting Electrodes from Surface Science Insight
Designation: PhD Fellow
Research Area and Project Description: The interdisciplinary PhD project aims to utilize near-ambient pressure studies (NAP-XPS) and STM studies to investigate the surface chemical composition of doped Ni-based electrodes. It will involve investigating model systems on the fundamental level and real Ni electrodes obtained from an industry collaborator working on large-scale implementation of alkaline electrolyzers. The goal is to determine how the combination of favorable structural properties and chemical doping effects may lead to improved electrocatalytic properties for water splitting.
Location: Aarhus University, Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Center, Gustav Wieds Vej 14, Aarhus University, Denmark
Eligibility/Qualifications: Candidates with a recent master’s degree (3-year PhD program) or 4 years of studies (4-year PhD program) in nanoscience, materials science, chemistry or physics are encouraged to apply. An excellent and documented exam record is required, and knowledge from thesis work in surface science, fundamental electrocatalysis studies, or synchrotron studies would be considered a plus.
Job Description: The successful candidate will be part of the Interfaces and Catalysis group, utilizing cutting-edge experimental methods like scanning probe microscopy (STM/AFM) and photoemission spectroscopy (XPS) to observe catalyst surface reactions “live” while they are active. The work also involves using in-situ techniques based on ambient pressure XPS and STM to provide real-time insight into how the detailed structure and chemical composition of a surface determines its catalytic properties.
How to Apply: Interested applicants should visit [Application Guide Link] for information about application requirements and mandatory attachments. The online application system opens on 1 June 2024. Applicants should select the August 2024 Call with a deadline of 1 August 2024 at 23:59 CEST. In the “Study” dropdown menu, choose “Developing Water Splitting Electrodes from Surface Science Insight (DWSESS)” under the Nanoscience program. Further details and updates can be found at the provided website link.
Last Date for Apply: Deadline for application submission is 1 August 2024 at 23:59 CEST.
